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ST66 CUY

2016 BMW 520

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

121,022 mi
Last recorded121,022 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 BMW 52062,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST66 CUY
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 121,022 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 111,195 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs inner faces look worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge - 3mm in places - 245/45R18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge - 3mm in places - 245/45R18 (5.2.3 (e))

undertrays fitted

Pass 13 Apr 2024 98,538 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip on windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs pitted and scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

undertrays fitted - not allowing full inspection

Pass 3 Feb 2023 80,307 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 66,974 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin look low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 55,528 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 35,905 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Offside Front tyre worn on outer edge

engine cover fitted

no smoke emitted on emissions test

under trays fitted

Fail 10 Feb 2020 35,905 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

under trays fitted

no smoke emitted on emissions test

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Offside Front tyre worn on outer edge

engine cover fitted

Pass 6 Feb 2019 9,939 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 520?

Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
7,968
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
152,584
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,724
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 15,884
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,720
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ST66 CUY is a 2016 BMW 520 in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 62,606 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 520 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ST66 CUY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 520 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 10 years old, this BMW 520 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ST66 CUY registered?

ST66 CUY is a 2016 BMW 520, first registered on 30 September 2016.

Is ST66 CUY safe to buy?

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